5 Outpatient Imaging Program ComponentsUtilization Management/Authorizations: NIA's proprietary, evidence-based decision support algorithms support scripting for call center representatives or online - leading to quick procedure approval or consultation with our radiology experts.Information and Transaction Tools: RadMD.com website provides the ability for ordering providers to request and obtain authorizations, reference lists of nearby imaging facilities, locate authorizations given, gain rapid authorization requests. Providers report a high level of satisfaction with their use of RadMD finding it a simple tool to use and a time-saver for staff.

6 Program Components Advanced Imaging Provider Network:CoventryCares of Kentucky will use NIA's Kentucky network of Free-Standing Imaging Facilities (FSFs) as its preferred providers for delivering outpatient MR, CT, PET, Stress Echo, Nuclear Cardiology, and Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine services to CoventryCares of Kentucky members throughout Kentucky.NIA has recruited a network of free-standing facilities in Kentucky. The NIA contracted facilities will be considered “in network” for CoventryCares of Kentucky members.CoventryCares of Kentucky Participating Hospitals and In-Office Providers:CoventryCares of Kentucky participating hospitals, hospital-owned FSFs and in-office providers offering advanced imaging services will continue under their current CoventryCares of Kentucky contracts as “in-network” providers. They will need to participate in the NIA prior authorization program.NIA—A Magellan Health Company 6

8 NIA’s Provider Assessment ProgramNIA has a Comprehensive Program for Evaluating Imaging Providers Participating in the NIA Network.The NIA Provider Assessment Program:Encompasses both Credentialing and Privileging into the NIA provider selection process.Assures that free-standing facilities (FSF) and interpreting physicians rendering imaging services meet quality standards.Uses an on line application process that is easy and convenient for the imaging providers to complete the quality assessment survey.NIA—A Magellan Health Company | 8

10 NIA Prior Authorization is required for:Non-Emergent Outpatient:CT/CTAMRI/MRAPET ScanCCTAStress EchoNuclear CardiologyDiagnostic Nuclear MedicineAny code that is specifically cited in the CoventryCares of Kentucky - NIA Billable CPT Codes Claims Resolution Matrix.All other procedures will be adjudicated and paid by CoventryCares of Kentucky under its payment policy.

11 NIA Prior Authorization is NOT required:Prior authorization is not required for studies performed in an emergency room, observation or inpatient settingProviders should continue to follow CoventryCares of Kentucky authorization policies for inpatient and observation procedures.

12 NIA Clinical Expertise & Provider EngagementNIA reviews more than 450,000 advanced imaging provider requests each month.Algorithms and guidelines are reviewed and mutually approved by CoventryCares of Kentucky and NIA Chief Medical Officers.Many NIA algorithms recommend substituting more costly but more effective imaging technology.Our goal – the most appropriate test early in an episode of care for CoventryCares of KY members.Clinical consultation is a hallmark of NIA – we have 86 board-certified physicians representing radiology and a host of other specialties available for physician to physician (peer-to-peer) discussion.NIA— A Magellan Health Company | 12

13 NIA’s Authorization ProcessThe ordering physician is responsible for obtaining prior authorization.The rendering provider must ensure that prior authorization has been obtained and it is recommended that you not schedule procedures without prior authorization.Procedures performed without proper authorization may not be reimbursed.If the radiologist or rendering provider feels that, in addition to the study already authorized, an additional study is needed, either the radiologist or rendering provider should proceed with the additional study and contact NIA that same or next business day to initiate the review process for medical necessity.If an urgent clinical situation exists outside of a hospital emergency room, the radiologist or rendering provider should proceed with the study and contact NIA that same or next business day to go through the normal review process.Retrospective requests may be requested within 5 business days of the date of service, otherwise they will be managed via CoventryCares of Kentucky claims appeals process.CoventryCares will continue to perform prior authorization for interventional services that include the use of CT or MRI such as CT/MRI guided injections/surgical procedures where applicable by CoventryCares' prior authorization rules.

14 Clinical Record ValidationSometimes NIA will require validation of clinical criteria within the patient’s medical records before an approval can be made.We want to ensure that the clinical criteria that support the requested test are clearly documented in the medical records.OTHER INFORMATIONRequired based on algorithmVariable over timeMethods of Submitting Clinical RecordsUpload through RadMD – Preferred MethodFax to NIA using the OCR Fax Coversheet

15 NIA OCR Fax Cover Sheet – Submission of Clinical InformationNIA utilizes OCR technology which allows us to attach the clinical information that you send to be automatically attached to an existing prior authorization request.For the automatic attachment to occur you must use the NIA Fax Cover Sheet as the first page of your fax. You can obtain an NIA Fax Cover Sheet in the following ways.If you have submitted your prior authorization request on-line through RadMD, at the end of your submission of the prior authorization request you are given the option to print the cover sheet.On RadMD click on the link “Request a Fax Cover Sheet”. This will allow you to print the cover sheet for a specific patient.By calling the NIA Clinical Support Department at you can request a cover sheet be faxed to you.If we have sent you a fax requesting additional clinical information the NIA Fax Cover Sheet should accompany the request.Following this process will ensure a timely and efficient case review.

19 The Authorization Appeals ProcessIn the event of a denial and you are not satisfied with a medical decision from NIA, you may appeal the decision through CoventryCares of Kentucky.You will receive appeal information in the denial letter that will be sent to you.

21 How Claims Should be SubmittedRendering providers/imaging providers should continue to send claims directly to CoventryCares of Kentucky.CoventryCares of KentuckyP. O. Box 7812London, KY 40724Providers are strongly encouraged to use EDI claims submission.CoventryCares of Kentucky's payor ID number isCheck on claims status by logging on to the CoventryCares of Kentucky website at

23 The Claims Appeals ProcessIn the event of a prior authorization or claims payment denial, you may appeal the decision through CoventryCares of Kentucky.Follow the instructions on your non-authorization letter or Remittance Advice notification.

26 Self Service Tools and UsageInteractive Voice Response (IVR)Use tracking number to check status of casesWeb site: After February, 2012Use tracking number to review an exam request

27 NIA Website www.RadMD.comInformation concerning approved authorizations can be viewed at after login with username and passwordProviders may search based on the patient’s ID number, name or authorization number

28 NIA Web Site – Ordering ProvidersRadMD is a user-friendly, near-real-time internet tool offered by NIA.Available from 5 a.m. to midnight EST Sunday – Friday; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. ESTRadMD provides instant access to much of the prior authorization information that our call center staff provides, but in an easily accessible internet format.We encourage all ordering providers to submit all requests online at RadMD.With RadMD, the majority of cases will be authorized online with ease; however, we will resolve pended cases through our Clinical Review department.We strongly recommend that ordering providers print an OCR Fax Coversheet from RadMD if their authorization request is not approved online or during the initial phone call to NIA. By prefacing clinical faxes to NIA with an OCR fax coversheet, the ordering provider can ensure a timely and efficient case review.RadMD provides up-to-the-hour information on member authorizations, including date initiated, date approved, exam category, valid billing codes and more.

30 To get started, visit www.RadMD.comClick the “New User” button on the right side of the home page.Fill out the application and click the “Submit” button.You must include your address in order for our webmaster to respond to you with your NIA-approved user name and password.Everyone in your organization is required to have his or her own separate user name and password due to HIPAA regulations.On subsequent visits to the site, click the “Login” button to proceed.If you use RadMD for another health plan with NIA, you may use the same log on and password for CoventryCares of Kentucky.